Making perfect use of storage space under the stairs
May 2022How to use the space under the stairs to extend the kitchen
Elements that are a perfect fit for the hall
A good place for books and CDs under the stairs
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No space wasted
It's the central element of any multi-storey home: the staircase! There is often a great deal of storage space available under the stairs – and storage space is a precious commodity in most households. However, people often overlook the fact that the staircase is just a few practical steps away from becoming attractive storage space – and even a unique eye-catcher!
We'd like to show you three ways to make creative and practical use of this space.
1. Kitchen furniture under the stairs
At home with the Lubetz family, the stairs are in a central location and border the cooking and dining areas. As a result, expanding the kitchen using the space available under the stairs was a no-brainer. In addition to electrical appliances, this space is also home to generously designed pull-outs for cookware. It's so well thought-out that even the robot vacuum cleaner complete with charging station has its own spot behind a small, handle-less door that opens conveniently at a gentle touch.
Practical solutions:
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Shelves with bespoke doors tailored to the rise of the stairs
TIP-ON opening support system for clean, handle-less look
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Bespoke cabinets utilise every spare inch of space under the stairs.
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Extra-large drawers offer space a-plenty for pots, pans and more.
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Always ready for use: the robot vacuum cleaner emerges from the recess when duty calls.
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More inspiration for the hall:
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3. Eye-catching pull-outs for CDs
After its historic building was converted, the public library in Wangen im Allgäu didn't let the empty space under the stairs go to waste either. Instead, it has become home to audio books of various genres, which are clearly organised and easily accessible. The white cabinets provide an interesting contrast to the substantial wooden beams. Having a book shelf under the stairs for a small library is a nice idea in private homes too. And if there's a comfy reading chair nearby, this often underappreciated space is transformed into a cosy reading nook.
Practical solutions:
Different sized drawers that are clearly visible from the front, with heights to match that of the stairs
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Find out more about the perfect way to store records:
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Be it a built-in cabinet that serves as a quick hiding place for odds and ends or an open furniture solution as a highlight under the stairs: the possibilities are endless. A skilled cabinet maker conjures up made-to-measure furniture and can make optimal use of the space.
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All advantages at a glance
Make use of storage space under the stairs that is often forgotten about
Pull-outs under the stairs provide optimal access
Even small gaps can be put to practical use with compartments and lift systems
Use eye-catching open furniture solutions under the stairs for additional storage